Juliette may well be asking "Where did summer go?" but I for one will gladly forsake the heat and welcome this delightful bowl of pea and broad bean soup. In fact with the drizzly conditions I could do with a bowl or two of this.

Kalyn has much to celebrate - the house renovations are almost finished and she has just retired from teaching. This dish of roasted mushrooms flavoured with thyme, garlic and balsamic vinegar are also a celebration in themselves.

Brii offers us very useful tips on the collection and use of elderberries but also makes this fabulous Jam. Brii also shares with us views from beautiful Lake Garda where she lives - I know I could happily gaze at those views forever.

Cinzia celebrates her son's eleventh birthday with a lovely cocktail, full of fresh fruit like peaches, cherries and berries - it's made more special with the addition of fresh basil. For those wanting a more adult taste, Cinzia recommends adding a little Prosecco. Let's all raise a glass and toast Mamo's birthday.